Overview

These posts will work primarily in the Neonatal service at the Jessop Wing in Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, and the South Yorkshire Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Service (MMHS). The MMHS is a regional service, and there may be opportunities to work in maternity units across the South Yorkshire region.

There are 1.55 full-time equivalent (wte) permanent hours available. Applications are welcome from candidates who can commit to a minimum of 0.6 wte, up to full-time hours.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Neonatal service and MMHS with opportunities for multidisciplinary team (MDT) collaboration, supervision, and training.
• Engage with families and team members to support positive outcomes and quality of life for babies on the Neonatal Unit and for people affected by birth trauma.
• Potential to work with patients with other physical health conditions as appropriate to the service needs.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologists with relevant skills and experience.
• Support will be provided for anyone returning to the workplace.
• Two permanent Band 8a posts joining a well-established psychology team working into the Neonatal and Birth in Mind Maternal Mental Health services (MMHS) at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust (STHFT).

Departmental and Service Information

• Department values and supports staff development, with flexible and hybrid working options where appropriate to service needs.
• Continuing professional development (CPD) is supported in line with individual and organisational requirements.
• The department recognises diversity and has an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) group; applications from all backgrounds are welcomed, with particular encouragement for those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Benefits and Additional Information

• A range of benefits to support work-life balance, career development opportunities, and professional growth.
• Flexible working arrangements and access to pension schemes, salary sacrifice options, and staff discount opportunities.
• Details about sponsorship and visa requirements are part of the recruitment process where applicable.